Name: AD263A-0D1 HP 300GB 15K Ultra-320 SCSI Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch HDD
Brand: HP
SKU: AD263A-0D1
Price: 185.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 300GB 15,000 RPM Ultra-320 SCSI hard drive delivers fast, reliable storage suited for enterprise servers and high-performance computing. It fits into 3.5-inch bays and supports hot-swapping, making it a practical choice for environments where quick maintenance and consistent uptime matter.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AD263A-0D1

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	300GB, Ultra320 SCSI (LVD), SCA-2 80-pin
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This HP 300GB 15,000 RPM Ultra-320 SCSI hard drive is built for environments requiring fast and dependable data storage. It’s often found in enterprise servers and high-performance workstations where quick access to large datasets is essential. Designed for IT professionals and system administrators, this drive supports hot-swapping to minimize downtime during maintenance or upgrades. Its 80-pin LVD interface offers stable and efficient communication with storage controllers. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency for intensive tasks Large capacity helps manage extensive databases or applications Hot-pluggable design allows for seamless system maintenance Compatible with a wide range of HP server models Utilizes Ultra-320 SCSI technology for robust data transfer rates This drive is commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise-level server racks where uptime and performance are critical. Its robust design supports demanding workloads while enabling flexible storage management.

Use Cases
The AD263A-0D1 HP 300GB 15K Ultra-320 SCSI hard drive is primarily deployed in enterprise server environments where high-speed data access and reliability are critical. Its hot-pluggable design and robust interface make it ideal for IT teams managing storage clusters and virtualization workloads requiring consistent uptime and quick drive replacement. How It's Used: Supporting high-transaction database servers in large data centers demanding rapid read/write capabilities. Facilitating virtualization hosts in enterprise IT where multiple VMs necessitate low-latency storage access. Enabling scalable storage arrays within rack deployments that require quick drive swaps during maintenance. Serving critical applications in financial services firms where downtime must be minimized through hot-pluggable components. Integrating into backup and archival systems in SMB networks that prioritize fast data retrieval and reliability. This hard drive contributes to operational efficiency by minimizing service interruptions and supporting high-performance workloads. Its compatibility with existing server infrastructures enhances scalability and ensures sustained throughput in demanding computing environments.